Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology Bangalore Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, also known as KMIO, Bangalore conducts various Postgraduate, undergraduate and specialty medical-based Diploma courses on campus. These programs are recognized as well as affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Medical Council of India and National Board of Examinations. 

Under UG category, the institute conducts DNB course in 3 specializations, B.Sc. course is offered in 5 specializations. For PG category the institute offers M.Sc., M.Ch, D.M, M.D, DMRT, and Post Basic Diploma in oncology nursing. 

Further, at the doctoral level, the institution offers fellowship programs and 4 departments are conducting Ph.D courses as well. Admissions are done by means of entrance exams conducted by the University followed by a round of Personal Interviews.

Final selection to the programs is done after the counselling session.

  • For M.Ch and D.M 3 year course, admission is done by means of entrance exam/counselling session conducted by the affiliating University
  • For 2 seats of M.D and 1 seat for DMRT, admissions are done on the basis of All India Quota via an entrance exam followed by counselling session conducted at All India level. Remaining 2 seats of M.D and 2 of DMRT is allotted by means of an entrance exam conducted by the University
  • For admissions to DNB courses, candidates are required to appear for an entrance test followed by counselling process conducted by National Board of Examinations, New Delhi
  • Admissions to fellowship programmes are done on the basis of a written test and viva voce conducted by the institute during the month of November or December
  • For B.Sc and Post Basic Diploma in Oncology Nursing courses, admission process includes a round of personal interview conducted by the institute in the month of June/July
  • For 1 seat of M.Sc. Nursing, admission is done by means of counselling conducted by the University and for rest of the 4 seats, admissions are done by means of interview conducted by the institute

Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore was set up in the year 1957 as a private institution but later got upgraded to autonomous status by Government of Karnataka. Apart from regular academics, the institution makes it mandatory to enrol for internship programme at the end of the final year for certain courses. Students are also provided stipend during internship period.

Admission Highlights 2024

Name of the Institute Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore
Institute Type Public (Autonomous)
Also Known as KMIO
Basic Admission Criteria Entrance Test/Interview/Counselling
Counselling Yes

KMIO Bangalore UG Admission 2024

Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore offers various UG level courses in different specializations of medicine. The details of each course with eligibility are tabulated below:

Course Specializations Eligibility Selection Criteria
DNB Radiology The course can be undertaken by primary or post diploma candidates. He/She must have passed higher secondary or 10+2 from a recognised board Admissions are done on the basis of entrance exam and counselling conducted by National Board of Examinations
Pathology
Anaesthesiology
B.Sc. Medical Lab Technology Candidate must have passed pre degree or equivalent course from a recognised Board with English as one of the subjects Admissions are done on the basis of interview conducted by the institute in the month of June-July
Imaging Technology
Radiotherapy Technology
Operation Theatre Technology
Anaesthesia Technology
DMRT Radiotherapy Candidate must have passed higher secondary or 10+2 from a recognised board Admissions are done for 1 seat under All India Quota and via an entrance exam and counselling conducted at All Indi level. To the remaining seats admissions are done by means of University entrance exam

Both DNB and B.Sc. courses are of 3 years duration.

KMIO Bangalore PG Admission 2024

Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore offers various PG level courses in different specialisations of medicine. The details of each course with eligibility is tabulated below:

Course Specialisations Eligibility Selection Criteria
M.Ch. Surgical Oncology Candidates must have passed MS or equivalent degree in a relevant subject recognised by Medical council of India Admissions are done on the basis of entrance exam and counselling conducted by RGUHS
DM Medical Oncology Candidates must have passed MD or equivalent degree in a relevant subject recognised by Medical council of India
MD Radiotherapy Must have passed MBBS or equivalent degree with permanent registration of any State Medical Council Admissions are done for 2 seats under All India Quota and via an entrance exam and counselling conducted at All Indi level. To the remaining seats admissions are done by means of University entrance exam
M.Sc. Nursing B.Sc. Nursing or equivalent with minimum 55% marks (50% for reserved category) from a recognised University Admission to 1 seat will be done by means of University counselling procedure. For rest of the seats admissions will be done by means of interview conducted by the institute
Post Basic Diploma in Oncology Nursing - A candidate must have passed Graduation in relevant stream from a recognised University Admissions will be done by means of interview conducted by the institute
M.Sc. Radiation Physics

KMIO Bangalore Fellowship Admission 2024

KMIO Bangalore offers full time programs in the following specializations:

  • Gynaec Oncology
  • Head and Neck Oncology
  • Oral Oncology
  • Oncopathology
  • Paediatric Oncology
  • Palliative Care

 Duration for fellowship programmes may range from 18 months to 2 years and annually 2 seats per specialisation is available for admissions.

Name of the Program Fellowship Program
Duration 2 Years
Eligibility  M.Ch/ MS/ DNB
Selection Criteria Written Test and Personal Interview

Eligibility

A candidate must have passed either M.Ch (Surgery Oncology) / MS (General Surgery) / MS (ENT) / DNB (Surgery or ENT or Surgery Oncology).

Selection Criteria:

Admissions will be done by means of viva voce and written test conducted by the institute in the month of November/December

How to Apply for KMIO Bangalore?

  • Visit the official website of the academy
  • From the homepage, select the section for admissions
  • Read the instructions and guidelines carefully before proceeding to fill the form
  • Fill out academic and personal details in the space provided
  • Attach required educational or other documents claiming concessions/reservation
  • Attach signature and recent passport size photograph
  • Finally submit the application form before the due date

FAQs

Ques. Does the academy offers hostel facility for outstation candidates?

Ans. Yes, there are separate hostel facility available for girls and boys. Additional fees for accommodation including mess needs to be paid at the time of admission. For PG boys, the rent per month is INR 1350, for PG girls, it is INR 800 and for UG students rent per month is INR 200. Water, electricity and security facilities are provided to the inmates.

Ques. How to reach the institute for queries related to admissions and academics?

Ans. Kidwai institute has an official website that contains all the information related to academics and administration. The institute can be reached at Dr. M.H Marigowda Road, Bangalore 560029 or it ca be contacted at 091-080-26094000 or kidwai@nic.in.

Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology Bangalore Upcoming Important Dates 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
KCET Counselling Date
Tentative
Jul 08, 2026
Enter Options - Round 1 KEA UGCET 2026 [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Tentative
Jul 08, 2026 - Jul 18, 2026
Seat Allotment Results - Round 1 KEA UGCET 2026 [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Tentative
Jul 28, 2026
Enter Options - Round 2 KEA UGCET 2026 [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Tentative
Aug 30, 2026 - Sep 02, 2026
Payment of Fees - KEA UGCET 2026 [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Tentative
Sep 03, 2026
Payment of Fees - Round 2 KEA UGCET 2026 [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Tentative
Sep 03, 2026
Reporting to Colleges - Round 1 KEA UGCET 2026 [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Tentative
Sep 04, 2026
Reporting to Colleges - Round 2 KEA UGCET 2026 [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Tentative
Sep 04, 2026
Option Entry - Round 3 KEA UGCET 2026 [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Tentative
Sep 06, 2026 - Sep 09, 2026
Admission Timeline [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Tentative
Jul 08, 2026 - Sep 09, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
KCET Result Date
May 24, 2026
KCET Exam Date
Apr 23, 2026 - Apr 24, 2026
KCET Admit Card Availability
Apr 03, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Provisional Result Date for Admission Via RGUHS [Ph.D] (Medicine)
Tentative
Jun 15, 2026 - Jun 21, 2026
Submission Date of Preliminary Synopsis for Admission Via RGUHS [Ph.D] (Medicine)
Tentative
Jul 15, 2026 - Jul 21, 2026
Presentation Date of Synopsis for Admission Via RGUHS [Ph.D] (Medicine)
Tentative
Aug 08, 2026 - Aug 14, 2026
Commencement Date of Session 2026 Via RGUHS [Ph.D] (Medicine)
Tentative
Sep 01, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
Date of Entrance Test for Admission 2026-27 Via RGUHS [Ph.D] (Medicine)
May 07, 2026
Dates of Entrance Exam for Admission 2026 Via RGUHS [Ph.D] (Medicine)
May 07, 2026
Hall Ticket Availability Date for Admission Via RGUHS [Ph.D] (Medicine)
Apr 30, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Provisional Result Date for Admission Via RGUHS [Ph.D] (Medicine)
Tentative
Jun 15, 2026 - Jun 21, 2026
KCET Counselling Date
Tentative
Jul 08, 2026
Enter Options - Round 1 KEA UGCET 2026 [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Tentative
Jul 08, 2026 - Jul 18, 2026
Submission Date of Preliminary Synopsis for Admission Via RGUHS [Ph.D] (Medicine)
Tentative
Jul 15, 2026 - Jul 21, 2026
Seat Allotment Results - Round 1 KEA UGCET 2026 [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Tentative
Jul 28, 2026
Presentation Date of Synopsis for Admission Via RGUHS [Ph.D] (Medicine)
Tentative
Aug 08, 2026 - Aug 14, 2026
Commencement Date of Session 2026 Via RGUHS [Ph.D] (Medicine)
Tentative
Sep 01, 2026
Enter Options - Round 2 KEA UGCET 2026 [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Tentative
Aug 30, 2026 - Sep 02, 2026
Payment of Fees - Round 2 KEA UGCET 2026 [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Tentative
Sep 03, 2026
Payment of Fees - KEA UGCET 2026 [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Tentative
Sep 03, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
KCET Result Date
May 24, 2026
Date of Entrance Test for Admission 2026-27 Via RGUHS [Ph.D] (Medicine)
May 07, 2026
Dates of Entrance Exam for Admission 2026 Via RGUHS [Ph.D] (Medicine)
May 07, 2026

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